Van der Kamp 1986 Champagne
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- English Couvée
- Sonoma County region
- National Champion — World Wine Championships
- Gold Medal — National Orange Show
- Appellation
- Sonoma Valley AVA
- Grapes
- 80% Pinot Noir, 20% Chardonnay
- Aged
- Time on Yeast - 5 Years
- Cases Produced
- 520
- Enjoy Until
- 1994
Need we say more than what has been said in our feature story?! The 1986 English Cuvée is in a class by itself. You will not find a better sparkling wine in the country for under $20.00. It is pattered after the full-flavored French Champagnes developed for export to the British market.
The English Cuvée is Van der Kamp's most popular and sought after Champagne. The highly regarded publication, Connoisseur's Guide, gave it a rare 3-stars - their highest rating. This 1986 vintage has the characteristic toasty flavors, yeasty aromas, and full-boddidness that ensures maximum aging potential.

Orzo Bay Shrimp Salad
Another amazing combination from Thornton's Executive Chef! Try this fantastic meal with the Champagne Vinaigrette and a glass of 1995 Brut Reserve.
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Champagne Vinaigrette
A great Vinaigrette recipe suggested by Chef Steve Pickell to pair with the impressive Sparkling Wine by Thornton Winery.
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Fish & Shellfish Cioppino
Add your seafood and shellfish to the amazing Cioppino Sauce and taste how these combined flavors really pull out the best in the 1989 Culbertson Brut Reserve!
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Cioppino Sauce
Café Champagne is an award-winning restaurant at Thornton Winery. Working closely with the winemaker, Chef, Steve Pikell brings an outstanding cioppino sauce to pair with a glass of Culbertson Reserve Brut.
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True Texas Pecan Pie
A sweet treat for our Wine of the Month Club members to pair perfectly with your bubbly Sparkling Wine!
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